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1、托福-44 及答案解析(总分：120.00，做题时间：90 分钟)一、BREADING/B(总题数：0，分数：0.00)Directions: Read the passage. Then answer the questions. Give yourself 20 minutes to complete this practice set.MINERALS AND PLANTSResearch has shown that certain minerals are required by plants for normal growth and development. The soil i

2、s the source of these minerals, which are absorbed by the plant with the water from the soil. Even nitrogen, which is a gas in its elemental state, is normally absorbed from the soil as nitrate ions. Some soils are notoriously deficient in micro nutrients and are therefore unable to support most pla

3、nt life. So-called serpentine soils, for example, are deficient in calcium, and only plants able to tolerate low levels of this mineral can survive. In modern agriculture, mineral depletion of soils is a major concern, since harvesting crops interrupts the recycling of nutrients back to the soil.Min

4、eral deficiencies can often be detected by specific symptoms such as chlorosis (loss of chlorophyll resulting in yellow or white leaf tissue), necrosis (isolated dead patches), anthocyanin formation (development of deep red pigmentation of leaves or stem), stunted growth, and development of woody ti

5、ssue in an herbaceous plant. Soils are most commonly deficient in nitrogen and phosphorus. Nitrogen-deficient plants exhibit many of the symptoms just described. Leaves develop chlorosis; stems are short and slender; and anthocyanin discoloration occurs on stems, petioles, and lower leaf surfaces. P

6、hosphorus-deficient plants are often stunted, with leaves turning a characteristic dark green, often with the accumulation of anthocyanin. Typically, older leaves are affected first as the phosphorus is mobilized to young growing tissue. Iron deficiency is characterized by chlorosis between veins in

7、 young leaves.Much of the research on nutrient deficiencies is based on growing plants hydroponically, that is, in soil-less liquid nutrient solutions. This technique allows researchers to create solutions that selectively omit certain nutrients and then observe the resulting effects on the plants.

8、Hydroponics has applications beyond basic research, since it facilitates the growing of greenhouse vegetables during winter. Aeroponics, a technique in which plants are suspended and the roots misted with a nutrient solution, is another method for growing plants without soil.While mineral deficienci

9、es can limit the growth of plants, an overabundance of certain minerals can be toxic and can also limit growth. Saline soils, which have high concentrations of sodium chloride and other salts, limit plant growth, and research continues to focus on developing salt-tolerant varieties of agricultural c

10、rops. Research has focused on the toxic effects of heavy metals such as lead, cadmium, mercury, and aluminum; however, even copper and zinc, which are essential elements, can become toxic in high concentrations. Although most plants cannot survive in these soils, certain plants have the ability to t

11、olerate high levels of these minerals.Scientists have known for some time that certain plants, called hyperaccumulators, can concentrate minerals at levels a hundredfold or greater than normal. A survey of known hyperaccumulators identified that 75 percent of them amassed nickel; cobalt, copper, zin

12、c, manganese, lead, and cadmium are other minerals of choice. Hyperaccumulators run the entire range of the plant world. They may be herbs, shrubs, or trees. Many members of the mustard family, spurge family, legume family, and grass family are top hyperaccumulators. Many are found in tropical and s

13、ubtropical areas of the world, where accumulation of high concentrations of metals may afford some protection against plant-eating insects and microbial pathogens.Only recently have investigators considered using these plants to clean up soil and waste sites that have been contaminated by toxic leve

14、ls of heavy metalsan environmentally friendly approach known as phytoremediation. This scenario begins with the planting of hyperaccumulating species in the target area, such as an abandoned mine or an irrigation pond contaminated by runoff. Toxic minerals would first be absorbed by roots but later

15、relocated to the stem and leaves. A harvest of the shoots would remove the toxic compounds off site to be burned or composted to recover the metal for industrial uses. After several years of cultivation and harvest, the site would be restored at a cost much lower than the price of excavation and reb

16、urial, the standard practice for remediation of contaminated soils. For example, in field trials, the plant alpine pennycress removed zinc and cadmium from soils near a zinc smelter, and Indian mustard, native to Pakistan and India, has been effective in reducing levels of selenium salts by 50 perce

17、nt in contaminated soils.（分数：7.00）(1).According to paragraph 1, what is true of plants that can grow in serpentine soils? A. They absorb micronutrients unusually well. B. They require far less calcium than most plants do. C. They are able to absorb nitrogen in its elemental state. D. They are typica

18、lly crops raised for food.（分数：0.50）A.B.C.D.(2).The word “exhibit“ in the passage is closest in meaning to A. fight off B. show C. cause D. spread（分数：0.50）A.B.C.D.(3).According to paragraph 2, which of the following symptoms occurs in phosphorus-deficient plants but not in plants deficient in nitroge

19、n or iron? A. Chlorosis on leaves B. Change in leaf pigmentation to a dark shade of green C. Short, stunted appearance of stems D. Reddish pigmentation on the leaves or stem（分数：0.50）A.B.C.D.(4).According to paragraph 2, a symptom of iron deficiency is the presence in young leaves of A. deep red disc

20、oloration between the veins B. white or yellow tissue between the veins C. dead spots between the veins D. characteristic dark green veins（分数：0.50）A.B.C.D.(5).The word “facilitates“ in the passage is closest in meaning to A. slows down B. affects C. makes easier D. focuses on（分数：0.50）A.B.C.D.(6).Acc

21、ording to paragraph 3, what is the advantage of hydroponics for research on nutrient deficiencies in plants? A. It allows researchers to control what nutrients a plant receives. B. It allows researchers to observe the growth of a large number of plants simultaneously. C. It is possible to directly o

22、bserve the roots of plants. D. It is unnecessary to keep misting plants with nutrient solutions.（分数：0.50）A.B.C.D.(7).The word “suspended“ in the passage is closest in meaning to A. grown B. protected C. spread out D. hung（分数：0.50）A.B.C.D.(8).Why does the author mention “herbs,“ “shrubs,“ and “trees“

23、? A. To provide examples of plant types that cannot tolerate high levels of harmful minerals B. To show why so many plants are hyperaccumulators C. To help explain why hyperaccumulators can be found in so many different places D. To emphasize that hyperaccumulators occur in a wide range of plant typ

24、es（分数：0.50）A.B.C.D.(9).The word “afford“ in the passage is closest in meaning to A. offer B. prevent C. increase D. remove（分数：0.50）A.B.C.D.(10).Which of the sentences below best expresses the essential information in the highlighted sentence in paragraph 6? Incorrect choices change the meaning in im

25、portant ways or leave out essential information. A. Before considering phytoremediation, hyperaccumulating species of plants local to the target area must be identified. B. The investigation begins with an evaluation of toxic sites in the target area to determine the extent of contamination. C. The

26、first step in phytoremediation is the planting of hyperaccumulating plants in the area to be cleaned up. D. Mines and irrigation ponds can be kept from becoming contaminated by planting hyperaccumulating species in targeted areas.（分数：0.50）A.B.C.D.(11).It can be inferred from paragraph 6 that compare

27、d with standard practices for remediation of contaminated soils, phytoremediation A. does not allow for the use of the removed minerals for industrial purposes B. can be faster to implement C. is equally friendly to the environment D. is less suitable for soils that need to be used within a short pe

28、riod of time（分数：0.50）A.B.C.D.(12).Why does the author mention “Indian mustard“? A. To warn about possible risks involved in phytoremediation B. To help illustrate the potential of phytoremediation C. To show that hyperaccumulating plants grow in many regions of the world D. To explain how zinc conta

29、mination can be reduced（分数：0.50）A.B.C.D.(13).Look at the four squares that indicate where the following sentence can be added to the passage.Certain minerals are more likely to be accumulated in large quantities than others.Where would the sentence best fit? A. Scientists have known for some time th

30、at certain plants, called hyperaccumulators, can concentrate minerals at levels a hundredfold or greater than normal. Certain minerals are more likely to be accumulated in large quantities than others. A survey of known hyperaccumulators identified that 75 percent of them amassed nickel; cobalt, cop

31、per, zinc, manganese, lead, and cadmium are other minerals of choice. Hyperaccumulators run the entire range of the plant world. They may be herbs, shrubs, or trees. Many members of the mustard family, spurge family, legume family, and grass family are top hyperaccumulators. Many are found in tropic

32、al and subtropical areas of the world, where accumulation of high concentrations of metals may afford some protection against plant-eating insects and microbial pathogens. B. Scientists have known for some time that certain plants, called hyperaccumulators, can concentrate minerals at levels a hundr

33、edfold or greater than normal. A survey of known hyperaccumulators identified that 75 percent of them amassed nickel; cobalt, copper, zinc, manganese, lead, and cadmium are other minerals of choice. Certain minerals are more likely to be accumulated in large quantities than others. Hyperaccumulators

34、 run the entire range of the plant world. They may be herbs, shrubs, or trees. Many members of the mustard family, spurge family, legume family, and grass family are top hyperaccumulators. Many are found in tropical and subtropical areas of the world, where accumulation of high concentrations of met

35、als may afford some protection against plant-eating insects and microbial pathogens. C. Scientists have known for some time that certain plants, called hyperaccumulators, can concentrate minerals at levels a hundredfold or greater than normal. A survey of known hyperaccumulators identified that 75 p

36、ercent of them amassed nickel; cobalt, copper, zinc, manganese, lead, and cadmium are other minerals of choice. Hyperaccumulators run the entire range of the plant world. Certain minerals are more likely to be accumulated in large quantities than others. They may be herbs, shrubs, or trees. Many mem

37、bers of the mustard family, spurge family, legume family, and grass family are top hyperaccumulators. Many are found in tropical and subtropical areas of the world, where accumulation of high concentrations of metals may afford some protection against plant-eating insects and microbial pathogens. D.

38、 Scientists have known for some time that certain plants, called hyperaccumulators, can concentrate minerals at levels a hundredfold or greater than normal. A survey of known hyperaccumulators identified that 75 percent of them amassed nickel; cobalt, copper, zinc, manganese, lead, and cadmium are o

39、ther minerals of choice. Hyperaccumulators run the entire range of the plant world. They may be herbs, shrubs, or trees. Certain minerals are more likely to be accumulated in large quantities than others. Many members of the mustard family, spurge family, legume family, and grass family are top hype

40、raccumulators. Many are found in tropical and subtropical areas of the world, where accumulation of high concentrations of metals may afford some protection against plant-eating insects and microbial pathogens.（分数：0.50）A.B.C.D.(14).Directions: An introductory sentence for a brief summary of the pass

41、age is provided below. Complete the summary by selecting the THREE answer choices that express the most important ideas in the passage. Some sentences do not belong in the summary because they express ideas that are not presented in the passage or are minor ideas in the passage.Write your answer cho

42、ices in the spaces where they belong. You can either write the letter of your answer choice or you can copy the sentence.Plants need to absorb certain minerals from the soil in adequate quantities for normal growth and development._Answer ChoicesA. Some plants can tolerate comparatively low levels o

43、f certain minerals, but such plants are of little use for recycling nutrients back into depleted soils.B. When plants do not absorb sufficient amounts of essential minerals, characteristic abnormalities result.C. Mineral deficiencies in many plants can be cured by misting their roots with a nutrient

44、 solution or by transferring the plants to a soilless nutrient solution.D. Though beneficial in lower levels, high levels of salts, other minerals, and heavy metals can be harmful to plants.E. Because high concentrations of sodium chloride and other salts limit growth in most plants, much research h

45、as been done in an effort to develop salt-tolerant agricultural crops.F. Some plants are able to accumulate extremely high levels of certain minerals and thus can be used to clean up soils contaminated with toxic levels of these minerals.（分数：0.50）填空项 1:_Directions: Read the passage. Then answer the

46、questions. Give yourself 20 minutes to complete this practice set.THE ORIGIN OF THE PACIFIC ISLAND PEOPLEThe greater Pacific region, traditionally called Oceania, consists of three cultural areas: Melanesia, Micronesia, and Polynesia. Melanesia, in the southwest Pacific, contains the large islands o

47、f New Guinea, the Solomons, Vanuatu, and New Caledonia. Micronesia, the area north of Melanesia, consists primarily of small scattered islands. Polynesia is the central Pacific area in the great triangle defined by Hawaii, Easter Island, and New Zealand. Before the arrival of Europeans, the islands

48、in the two largest cultural areas, Polynesia and Micronesia, together contained a population estimated at 700,000.Speculation on the origin of these Pacific islanders began as soon as outsiders encountered them; in the absence of solid linguistic, archaeological, and biological data, many fanciful a

49、nd mutually exclusive theories were devised. Pacific islanders were variously thought to have come from North America, South America, Egypt, Israel, and India, as well as Southeast Asia. Many older theories implicitly deprecated the navigational abilities and overall cultural creativity of the Pacific islanders. For example, British anthropologists G. Elliot Smith and W. J. Perry assumed that only Egyptians would have